1990 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 731 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
